It’s no mystery; music has been proven to help seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s. It’s something we’ve witnessed firsthand through our Music Therapy Program that provides personalized iPods loaded with music from their younger days. We also see the benefits for seniors that come with intergenerational interactions when families and other people from the community come […]
Music does more than just entertain — sometimes it’s just what the doctor ordered for a patient’s memory. For “Health and Medicine,” our John Garcia explores a new music program that’s bridging generations together and helping keep the mind young at heart.
David Ewing, the Vice President of Senior Living Operations with Franklin Companies stopped by News 4 San Antonio’s Evening Break to tell us how the Musician-In-Residence program is giving student musicians the opportunity to hone their musical skills.
No one wants to hear they are no longer capable of driving, as it is often associated with a loss of independence and is a sign of significant life changes. It is an awkward conversation for both children and parents, but necessary for everyone’s safety. Depending on where you live, no longer driving can make […]
We all feel lonely from time to time, but seniors are especially susceptible to chronic loneliness. In fact, it affects 1 in 5 seniors. Seniors often are less mobile than they once were, leaving them isolated in some cases. Isolation and loneliness can cause them to experience symptoms such as cognitive decline, depression, increased stress […]
Some seniors will never show any age-related decline in cognitive functions. However, there are a greater number of seniors that do show a decrease in cognitive skills and abilities to some degree. Most all of us will experience it to some extent, and it is natural to experience this as we age and brain cells […]
As you are probably aware, Medicaid provides free or low-cost care for the elderly and currently gives coverage to more than 4.6 million seniors. Unfortunately, for in-need seniors, it is not as simple as filling out some paperwork and receiving free living. To complicate matters, while nursing homes accept Medicaid, it is generally not available […]
Senior living communities, offering independent living or assisted living, or both, have become increasingly popular with aging adults. They provide a safe, active and engaging environment for those who no longer wish to be burdened with the responsibilities of maintaining a home, or for whatever reason, can no longer live on their own. For many […]
Unlike a lot of medical conditions that lead to your senior loved one being admitted into a nursing home or even a rehabilitation center, dementia and Alzheimer’s, and the decision for memory care comes on much slower. It’s all left up to your interpretation on the severity of their symptoms and whether they pose a […]
Baby Boomers are defined as being born between the years of 1946 and 1964. This generation includes around 76 million Americans. In 2016, the oldest of boomers celebrated their milestone birthday of 70; and the youngest is now 52 years old, not yet eligible to become an AARP member. So what makes a baby boomer? […]
